Many traditional lenders such as banks are pulling back credit, even from long term, credit-worthy customers. Fortunately,there are plenty of alternatives to traditional banks.
I've always thought of disaster preparedness as something for the highly paranoid or mildly insane. Current events have led me to believe in being better safe than sorry.
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Are Your Assets Costing You Too Much?
Your assets add up to your net worth. So the more the merrier, right? Well, too much of a good thing can actually be a drain on your finances.
Simple Strategies for Using Your Leftover Food
What's that lurking in the back of your fridge? If you follow these suggestions for using leftovers, it might just be something delicious.
9 No-Fuss Plants That Will Brighten Your Home Until Spring
When the winter days are short and dreary, glance over at your blooming indoor plants to improve your mood.
STOP! 10 Work Email Mistakes You May Be Making
Email has transformed how we work. That is, it has if you can avoid making any of these dumb email mistakes.
How to Stop Hating Yourself About Money and Actually Make Positive Changes
You know you should be budgeting and saving, and that just makes you feel worse when you don't. Escape the shame cycle and control your money.
Are You Eating the 10 Most Over-Priced Restaurant Menu Items?
It's no secret that dining out costs more than dining in. A Wise Bread writer runs the numbers on her local grubberies and to find out how much more.
How I Still Make Money with eBay
The glory days of eBay might be over, but there are still profits to be had. Learn the tricks to making money in the new eBay era.
20 Valentine's Day Gifts for $10 or Less
These inexpensive Valentine's Day gifts are so much more than frugal — they're super thoughtful and exquisitely romantic.
Shhhhh: How to Block Out Noise
I am the only tenant on the floor of an apartment building otherwise entirely under construction, and it's taught me a few things about finding quiet.
How to Save on School Supplies Without Going Crazy
You can get everything on your kid's school-supply list for cheap, and you don't even need to run all around town to find the best deals. Here's how.
Best Money Tips Roundup: Dining Out on the Cheap
Today we found some awesome articles on dining out on the cheap, thinking twice before buying a timeshare, and how to live a happy life.
5 Ways to Build Business Credit When You're Self-Employed
If you're self-employed, you have two credit scores to worry about: Yours, and your business's.
The 7 Most Calorie-Burning Breakfasts
It's the most important meal of the day for a reason! Jump-start your day (and your weight loss) with an easy, delicious calorie-burning meal.
What Happens When We're Not Logical With Money
People aren't always logical when it comes to spending money. A recent Nobel Prize winner uncovered some stunning examples.
7 Money Software Tools Worth the Price
It's time to spring clean your finances. There are plenty of free tools to help you do it, but several paid apps and programs are worth a look, too.
Where to Turn When Your Bank Doesn't Love You Anymore
Many traditional lenders such as banks are pulling back credit, even from long term, credit-worthy customers. Fortunately,there are plenty of alternatives to traditional banks.
Frugal is More than a Way to Spend Money, Part 1
Putting your mind over money is the key to living frugally. See the big picture to see big savings.
7 Beauty Mistakes That May Be Ruining Your Skin
Many tried-and-true skincare regimens actually do more harm than good. Stop damaging your skin and start refreshing your face the right way.
Do You Need a Disaster Survival Kit?
I've always thought of disaster preparedness as something for the highly paranoid or mildly insane. Current events have led me to believe in being better safe than sorry.
When to Buy Disposable
It's a difficult question to struggle with — when should you buy disposable, and when should you buy stuff made to last?